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EXPLORER 7100 drive-away VSAT becomes the smallest multi-band antenna system approved by Eutelsat for both Ku- and Ka-band operation

07 Apr 2014

Eutelsat Type Approval awarded for Ku- and Ka-band operation

NAB 2014, Las Vegas - Cobham SATCOM has received
Eutelsat Type Approval for its EXPLORER 7100 VSAT terminal, making
it the smallest auto-pointing antenna system type approved by
Eutelsat for both Ku- and Ka-band operation. Already established as
a vital tool for satellite news gathering (SNG) vehicles, the
ability to use Eutelsat's Ka-Sat services with the EXPLORER 7100 is
a significant new capability for broadcast users.

In addition to Eutelsat Ka-Sat services, the system also works
on Ka-band networks from SES, Avanti, YahSat, ARABSAT, ViaSat and
Hughes as well as major Ku-band networks. With high levels of
bandwidth available on Ka-band, using the EXPLORER 7100
broadcasters can stream or deliver high definition video and audio
from the most compact, Eutelsat approved vehicular antenna
available.

The EXPLORER 7100 is a 1.0m multi-band, drive-away antenna for
Ku- or Ka-band operations. Switching between Ka-band and Ku-band
takes less than 5 minutes simply by exchanging the feed assembly
using an easy-to-remove feed mounting plate. The auto-deploy system
allows personnel with minimal satellite experience to easily
configure and operate the terminal, enabling users to access any
broadband application over satellite.

The EXPLORER 7100 uses a Solid Resin Fiber Composite Reflector
which is tougher, with a much longer lifespan than traditional
metal dish reflectors. The high geometrical accuracy increases RF
performance and provides superior rain fade mitigation. A rugged
pedestal with unmatched pointing accuracy with zero backlash or
deflection in windy conditions helps to ensure a stable, reliable
connection in adverse weather.

Whilst ideal for use on satellite news gathering vehicles, the
EXPLORER 7100 is also used by government and humanitarian
organisations, thanks to its ease of set-up and operation and high
reliability in the field.

Visit Cobham SATCOM on booth OE1100 at NAB 2014 to find out more
about EXPLORER 7100 and the full EXPLORER range of VSAT, BGAN and
Global Xpress®terminals.

About Cobham

Cobham protects lives and livelihoods with its differentiated
technology and know-how, operating with a deep insight to customer
needs and agility. The Group offers an innovative range of
technologies and services to solve challenging problems across
commercial, defence and security markets, from deep space to the
depths of the ocean. It has market leading positions in air-to-air
refuelling; aviation services; audio, video and data
communications, including satellite communications; defence
electronics; life support and mission equipment. The most important
thing Cobham builds is trust.

About Cobham SATCOM

Cobham SATCOM develops, manufactures, sells and supports
satellite and radio communication terminals and earth stations for
land, marine and airborne applications. With the ever increasing
demand for communication, our products and services are used to
satisfy the needs of a wide variety of commercial, governmental and
recreational applications.

Cobham SATCOM uses state-of-the-art technologies to design
affordable, highly reliable high performance systems that have
decreased over time in terms of size, weight and power consumption.
Our products enable people to stay in touch under the most
challenging and demanding conditions. When traditional
communication technologies fail, Cobham SATCOM's products will keep
providing our customers with high quality voice, data, and
multimedia communications.

Our product designs have evolved tremendously during their
decades in service in use around the world in a variety of domains
and environments. We market under the AVIATOR, EXPLORER, SAILOR®
and Sea Tel brands. Please refer to our websites for our list of
global distributors and partners. Cobham SATCOM has design,
development and manufacturing facilities in Denmark, Norway, South
Africa and the USA.

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